Rep. Mann Keeps Biological Men Out of Women’s and Girls’ Sports

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) voted to advance H.R. 28, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act. The bill, which passed in the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 218-206, ensures that women and girls have a fair playing field in sporting competitions by preventing schools from allowing biological men to compete in athletic programs for women and girls. Additionally, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act defines gender under Title IX on genetics and biology, not on identity. Rep. Mann released the following statement after the vote:

“As a former high school athlete and a father of four young children, I understand full well the positive impact sports can have on youth and their development,” said Rep. Mann. “Sadly, the lessons and values taught by participating in athletic programs have been greatly eroded by Washington Democrats who have caved to radical activists under the false guises of ‘equity’ and ‘inclusion’ over fairness. As a result, women and girls have senselessly been exploited in private spaces and robbed of scholarships and accolades. American voters rejected this sort of lunacy on November 5, 2024. Today, I voted to keep men out of women’s locker rooms and sports, to preserve an equal playing field for female athletes, and to protect women across the country.”  

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